Rustic Pathways is a student travel organization that offers the world's finest experiential education, community service, foreign language, and adventure programs. Our destinations stretch from the white-sand beaches of Fiji to the rainforest canopies of Costa Rica, the high Atlas mountains to the Great Barrier Reef, and many places in between. We provide superior quality travel and service in some of the most welcoming countries for students around the world. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of our operations, insists on quality in all aspects of our programs, and places strong emphasis on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We empower students through innovative and responsible travel experiences to positively impact lives and communities around the world.
Program Leader at Rustic Pathways
The Position
As a Program Leader, you’ll work directly with students, community partners, activity operators, and Rustic Pathways staff to lead our programs for high school students. Expect to work long days in some of the most welcoming communities on the planet. Community service professionals, globally conscious travelers, logistics lovers, and youth development facilitators are encouraged to apply. Rustic Pathways is committed to increasing diversity in our staff and recognizes the benefit of having a diverse, inclusive work environment. We want our students to see diverse perspectives represented in our leaders.
Must have stamina and be safety oriented, with a passion for experiential education.
This is a seasonal exempt position.
Responsibilities
Embody Rustic Pathways’ mission, vision, and values
Act as a role model and mentor to students
Follow Rustic Pathways’ safety protocols during interactions with students and program activities
Facilitate discussions drawing from your own personal experience and Rustic Pathways' discussion guides
Deliver specialized program-specific curriculum
Manage day-to-day program logistics, financial responsibilities, and administrative tasks
Create positive and inclusive group dynamics
Monitor and manage student well-being and respond calmly to issues as they arise
Act as a liaison between Rustic Pathways and our community partners
Demonstrate responsible leadership and judgment
Location
Ability to work in one of our 16 country destinations for at least 4-10 consecutive weeks at a time (schedule requirements apply for program leader training in country).
A Note About Equal Employment Opportunity Questions
Though you are not required to answer them, we do encourage applicants to answer the Equal Employment Opportunity questions on our application. In order to most effectively work to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion at Rustic Pathways, we need the data to know where we stand. Numbers are powerful. Please help us to improve as an organization by answering these questions.
Equal Opportunity
Rustic Pathways is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
At-Will Notice
Each employee of Rustic Pathways is employed “at will,” which means either the Company or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any or no reason, with or without advanced notice. No individual or representative of the Rustic Pathways can change this at-will relationship absent a specific, written contract signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer or designee.
If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation when applying for an open position, please email careers@rusticpathways.com.
Application Deadline: February 11, 2019. This position is hiring on a rolling basis.

Dec 11, 2018

Seasonal

Rustic Pathways is a student travel organization that offers the world's finest experiential education, community service, foreign language, and adventure programs. Our destinations stretch from the white-sand beaches of Fiji to the rainforest canopies of Costa Rica, the high Atlas mountains to the Great Barrier Reef, and many places in between. We provide superior quality travel and service in some of the most welcoming countries for students around the world. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of our operations, insists on quality in all aspects of our programs, and places strong emphasis on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We empower students through innovative and responsible travel experiences to positively impact lives and communities around the world.
Program Leader at Rustic Pathways
The Position
As a Program Leader, you’ll work directly with students, community partners, activity operators, and Rustic Pathways staff to lead our programs for high school students. Expect to work long days in some of the most welcoming communities on the planet. Community service professionals, globally conscious travelers, logistics lovers, and youth development facilitators are encouraged to apply. Rustic Pathways is committed to increasing diversity in our staff and recognizes the benefit of having a diverse, inclusive work environment. We want our students to see diverse perspectives represented in our leaders.
Must have stamina and be safety oriented, with a passion for experiential education.
This is a seasonal exempt position.
Responsibilities
Embody Rustic Pathways’ mission, vision, and values
Act as a role model and mentor to students
Follow Rustic Pathways’ safety protocols during interactions with students and program activities
Facilitate discussions drawing from your own personal experience and Rustic Pathways' discussion guides
Deliver specialized program-specific curriculum
Manage day-to-day program logistics, financial responsibilities, and administrative tasks
Create positive and inclusive group dynamics
Monitor and manage student well-being and respond calmly to issues as they arise
Act as a liaison between Rustic Pathways and our community partners
Demonstrate responsible leadership and judgment
Location
Ability to work in one of our 16 country destinations for at least 4-10 consecutive weeks at a time (schedule requirements apply for program leader training in country).
A Note About Equal Employment Opportunity Questions
Though you are not required to answer them, we do encourage applicants to answer the Equal Employment Opportunity questions on our application. In order to most effectively work to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion at Rustic Pathways, we need the data to know where we stand. Numbers are powerful. Please help us to improve as an organization by answering these questions.
Equal Opportunity
Rustic Pathways is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
At-Will Notice
Each employee of Rustic Pathways is employed “at will,” which means either the Company or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any or no reason, with or without advanced notice. No individual or representative of the Rustic Pathways can change this at-will relationship absent a specific, written contract signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer or designee.
If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation when applying for an open position, please email careers@rusticpathways.com.
Application Deadline: February 11, 2019. This position is hiring on a rolling basis.